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Iram

Iram in the Bible — chief of Edom (GEN 36:43). Iram belonged to the tribe of Edomite. Referenced in 2 scripture passages.

Name meaning: the effusion of them; a high heap

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Gender
male
Tribe
Edomite
Scripture References
2 references
Known Names
1 name
Relationships
1 connection

Names & Labels (1)

Iramproper name
Hebrew
עִירָ֑ם
Transliteration
iyram
Greek
Ζαφωιμ
Reference
GEN 36:43
Strong's
H5902

Family & Relationships (1)

descendant

Esau(GEN 36:43)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Iram in the Bible?

Iram is described in the Bible as chief of Edom (GEN 36:43). Iram belonged to the tribe of Edomite.

What does the name Iram mean?

The name Iram means “the effusion of them; a high heap” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.

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